DODGE CITY, KANSAS - Joyce (Vieux) Davis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on September 14, 1944, in Jetmore, Kansas, Joyce was the daughter of J.Olin and Leona (Cook) Vieux. She attended grade school at Keroma Country School in North Roscoe and graduated with the Jetmore High School Class of 1962. She also obtained a Degree from Salt City Business College.

On February 11, 1978, she married Kenneth Davis, becoming an instant mother to daughter, Delinda Davis of Rogers, Arkansas. Together they built a family with the addition of Jeremy (Traci) Davis of Dodge City; and Jason (Nola) Davis of Ankeny, Iowa.

A lifelong 4-H member and leader, Joyce poured her heart into young people and sharing her talents. She especially loved cooking and spending time in the kitchen with her kids and grandkids as they prepared for the county fair, a tradition she cherished across generations. She also had a gift for cake decorating and made many memorable cakes for family celebrations through the years, each one a reflection of her creativity and love. Her happiest moments were spent in the stands cheering on her children and grandchildren at their sporting events.

Joyce worked 52 years at the High Plains Journal, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic. Her time at the High Plains Journal resulted in many lifelong friendships.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth, her children, and her cherished grandchildren: Nathan Ingram, Shaylei (Zane) Pickett, Justin Hernandez, and Karsen Davis, as well as her great-grandsons, Junior Ingram and Baby Boy Pickett. Brothers, Eugene Vieux, Warren (Sandy) Vieux, Doug (Melody) Vieux and sister, Marsha (John) Ewy.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Olin and Leona Vieux; her in-laws, Dale and Marjorie Davis, daughter-in-law, Belen Davis, sister, Kay Harms and sister in-law, Becki Jo Vieux.

Funeral service will be 10:00 am Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Ziegler Funeral Chapel, Dodge City, with Rev. David Graves officiating.  Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Dodge City. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the family present from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral Chapel.

The family suggests memorials to Ford County 4-H Foundation in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801. Condolences may be sent to www.zieglerfuneralchapel.com